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Resolution to transfer $70,000 from the Contingency Fund to the Fire Department Automotive Repair Account for the repair of the 1991 Seagrave ladder truck.
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WHEREAS, the Fire Department annually budgets for the repair of the fire apparatus and vehicles; and,
WHEREAS, the Fire Department's 1991 Seagrave ladder truck has major repairs needed for the aerial ladder and waterway; and,
WHEREAS, the 100 ft. aerial ladder cannot be extended for use without causing further damage or presenting serious safety issues; and,
WHEREAS, said ladder truck is not scheduled for replacement until 2013 under the City's Capital Improvement Program; and,
WHEREAS, the Fire Department's 2006 Budget has insufficient funds to pay for said repairs; and,
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the City to repair said ladder truck now to get additional years of service out of it.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of West Allis that $70,000 is hereby approved for transfer from the Contingency Fund to the Fire Department's Automotive Repair Account for the repair of the 1991 Seagrave ladder truck.
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